Peru in Luxury: Essentials to Live it Up from Lima to Machu Picchu

Peru is a country of wonders. From white sand deserts that stretch along its coast to the mountain ranges of the Andes. It’s home to ancient cities and thriving culture, making it an absolutely dream destination for any adventure traveller. 

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Now, you may think that adventure trips are all about roughing it, but that’s far from the case. With a range of luxury tour providers who cater the trip to your interests and fitness levels, you can absolutely explore the delights and secrets that Peru has to offer. 

Top Destinations to Ensure are on the Itinerary 

The easiest way to ensure that you hit every top destination and experience you want out of Peru is to opt for a bespoke travel agency, like Kuoda Travel’s Peru tours, which custom-designs every itinerary to suit your needs and preferences perfectly. You can organize a solo trip, a romantic getaway, or a big family adventure. 

As for where you should make sure you go on your Peru dream trip in 2026, here are a few top recommendations: 

• Lima 

This infamous Peruvian city is a top destination for travellers and home to some world-class cuisine. It overlooks the Pacific Ocean, with dramatic beaches, and combines old-world colonial architecture with modern skyscrapers, making it a great place to start. 

• Peruvian Amazon 

The Amazon is a world wonder, and when you travel to, you can traverse it in style on a luxury riverboat. See if you can spot the howler monkeys or the ever-rare, and much beloved pink river dolphins. 

• Colca Canyon 

Colca Canyon is twice as deep as the Grand Canyon in Nevada, and an absolute sight to behold. The nearest town to this natural wonder is known as Chivay, and it’s become a small but bustling tourist hub where you can find hotels and restaurants alike. 

• Machu Picchu  

The biggest draw and most infamous site in all of Peru is by far the ancient, 15^th-century Inca citadel, Machu Picchu. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site that many make a pilgrimage to see. Do note that there is a limit on the number of visitors who can travel to Machu Picchu on any given day (5,600 during high season), and you will need to buy a ticket from the Ministry of Culture (or have it included in your tour) at least 2 months in advance. 

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Top Must-Do Luxury Activities in Peru 

There are so many luxury activities in Peru and ways to see this stunning country, giving you multiple ways to live it up in style. You can: 

• Hike the Inca Trail with high-quality equipment and your own personal guide 

• See Peru by train on the Belmond Andean Explorer, which is South America’s first luxury sleeper train. Take it from Cusco to Colca Canyon for incredible views and luxury at its finest. 

• Take a luxury riverboat to explore the Peruvian Amazon from Iquitos 

• Fly over the mysterious and beautiful Nazca Lines. 

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With your own personalised tour, you’ll explore Peru at your comfort level, so if that includes rafting through the Vilcanota River, driving an ATV through mountain terrain, and scaling up a jagged rock face to sleep in the Skylodge, then go for it. Otherwise, there are slow luxury escapades like the sleeper train, river boat, and a drive you can take to the top of Machu Picchu instead. 

By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Belmond & DepositPhotos